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Recent NBA Draft combine results have left several key prospects at a crossroads, with Duke, Illinois, Florida and North Carolina all feeling the ripple effects ahead of the upcoming season.
John Blackwell’s expected arrival at Duke coincides with a draft landscape that could reshape the roster of several ACC powerhouses.
Darren Harris, a 6‑foot‑5 guard with a proven shooting pedigree, joins Indiana University, bringing elite perimeter firepower and two years of eligibility as the Hoosiers bet on his development.
ESPN analyst Jay Bilas explains how name, image and likeness deals and the transfer portal are reshaping college basketball, emphasizing player empowerment and financial inequities.
High Point University announced the hiring of Kailyn Strawbridge, an experienced coach with a strong background in player development and community engagement, to lead the Panthers' women's basketball program forward.
Bowie State University will host a two‑day basketball showcase on June 6‑7, offering varsity team and elite prospect opportunities for a fee, with registration details available online.
LSU’s men’s basketball program is set to welcome a new piece of talent this offseason, bringing international experience and NBA draft pedigree.
A Chinese women's basketball team has been suspended for three years and stripped of its runner‑up title after a match‑fixing scandal that led to lifetime bans for two officials.
A grassroots effort is underway to bring back Rick Rosinski, the former Green Bay Preble boys basketball coach, after his forced resignation and the district's decision to advertise the position.
LSU adds former Big East Player of the Year RJ Luis, sparking controversy over his eligibility and prompting a legal fight that could reshape the team's backcourt for the upcoming season.
Luka Garza, a Boston Celtics player, has committed to representing Bosnia and Herzegovina in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 European Qualifiers, bringing his versatile skills to a team poised for a strong finish.
The Jayhawks add a prolific scorer who erupted for 53 points last season, signaling a new offensive weapon for the upcoming campaign.
The Iowa men's basketball program, fresh off its first Elite Eight appearance in nearly 40 years, is leveraging recent success and a contract extension for head coach Ben McCollum to attract elite talent, highlighted by an upcoming visit from four-star point guard Tyrone Jamison.
The Verhulst Sisters, Payton and Ashton, have created PV Rise, a basketball coaching program for girls in Kansas City, drawing on their family’s athletic heritage to inspire the next generation.
Auburn’s program, once a benchmark for bench production, faced a steep decline last season, prompting a focused effort to reshape the roster before the next campaign.
Kentucky Wildcats have opened three scholarship slots for the 2026‑27 season and are making a concerted push for Serbian forward Savo Drezgic, whose recent performance in the Adriatic league has turned heads across the SEC.
Adan Diggs switches from the 2028 to the 2027 class after a Kentucky offer, rising to No. 2 in the rankings while keeping his recruitment open.
Tickets for the upcoming FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 are officially on sale, with the event scheduled for September 4‑13, 2026 in Berlin, Germany.
Phil Cunningham, a veteran assistant coach with a storied recruiting history, is shaping Kansas State’s upcoming roster with an eye toward collective competitiveness and international talent.
The Iowa men's basketball team's first Elite Eight appearance in nearly 40 years, a contract extension for head coach Ben McCollum, and the upcoming campus visit of top recruit Tyrone Jamison highlight a transformative period for the program.
In a recent interview, Kansas State assistant coach Phil Cunningham reflected on the program’s legacy, the work ethic he brings, and the promise of the 2026‑27 roster.
At the American Century Tournament in Lake Tahoe, ESPN commentator Jay Bilas praised the impact of NIL agreements on player retention and competition, while warning that many athletes remain underpaid and that fan attitudes reveal a double standard.
The Nebraska men's basketball team will open its preseason with games against Saint Louis on Oct. 9 and BYU on Oct. 16, using the contests to build on a record‑breaking 28‑win season.
With three scholarship spots still open, Kentucky is scouting a dynamic guard, including Savo Drezgic, to reinforce its backcourt ahead of the upcoming season.